In part one, the focus was on first determining what you’re really offering. There you’re asking hypothetical questions, to hypothetical customers. Today, it’s all about asking your actual customers. If you want the best gauge available to track how you’re doing – just ask your customers. They’ll be happy to tell you. Remember the Ed… Continue reading How to Question Your Real Value – Part Two
Month: November 2006
How to Question Your Real Value – Part One
One of the key ingredients to a successful home-based business is the value you provide. I’m often asked how to go about determining and measuring that value. My answer…
The Creative Venture Episode 3: Choosing Your Path
The latest episode of The Creative Venture podcast is now online. This week I look at the different paths of the creative venturist – working for a company using your creative skills, freelancing, and building a company around your work through products, services, or licensing. I also talk about letting go – learning to separate… Continue reading The Creative Venture Episode 3: Choosing Your Path
Are You Having Fun Yet?
The saying goes “if you’re not having fun, then you’re doing it wrong.” It’s usually associated with sex. It can also easily be associated with life in general. Two of my favorite blogs have talked about having fun and laughing this week, which helped to remind me why I do what I do. Creativity guru… Continue reading Are You Having Fun Yet?
Stop Asking How…
Questions are a powerful tool – when you ask the right ones. When you’re working through making the leap to working from home, asking the right questions is key. We’ve all heard the standard reporter questions: Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How. Notice that “how” is usually last? To me, it’s fitting – especially… Continue reading Stop Asking How…